Zara

It felt less like an entrance to a room than a serene retreat, decorated in soothing blue tones.

The first thing I noticed was the stunning aquarium wall, next to the bed.

The aquarium took up the entire wall, spanning its entire height and width, filled with crystal-clear water and teeming with vibrant marine life. Schools of iridescent fish gracefully glided through the water: goldfish, angelfish, clownfish, red tiger barbs, and many more.

Elegant coral formations and swaying marine vegetation created a mesmerizing underwater landscape. Soft blue LED lights built into the aquarium created a soft, shimmering glow, adding a calming ambiance to the room.

"Wow! You have an entire aquarium for a wall. Look at all those fish." I ran over, placed my hand on the cool glass, and watched their movements. I felt like a small child discovering an aquarium for the first time.

Nova was happy, too.

"Fish are beautiful and soothing to the observer. I love watching them," Alpha Kane replied softly behind me.

Tearing my gaze away from the breathtaking aquarium, I looked around. The walls were painted soft, flowing shades of blue, fading from a pale, almost white azure at the floor to a deeper cerulean as they approached the ceiling.

Touches of silver and white were scattered throughout the room, mimicking the shimmer of sunlight on the water.

The furniture was modern and minimalist: soft dark blue sofas and armchairs with cushions in various shades of blue and black. A graceful glass coffee table stood in the center, reflecting the light from above, and a stylish vanity sat in the corner.

The floor was light, polished wood, adding warmth to the cool tones of the room, and a soft, sky-blue carpet unified the space.

Alpha Kane stood directly behind me, leaning against the wall with his legs crossed at the ankles, watching me intently as I surveyed the room Alpha’s assigned me.

The decor included abstract paintings with sea and sky motifs, as well as a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall opposite the bed.

The large four-poster bed was adorned with luxurious navy blue linens and soft, azure pillows. There were so many pillows and cushions that my heart skipped a beat.

There was also a huge floor-to-ceiling window, which must have offered a stunning view of the endless gardens in the mornings. I was sure it was one-way.

"Look up," Alpha Kane commanded, remaining by the wall and flicking the switch.

I looked up at the ceiling, where the panels slid back. It was a skylight, a large sliding glass panel that took up half the ceiling. It slowly slid open, revealing a vast expanse of the night sky. The stars shone right down on me, and I could see a crescent moon.

"Great, I love skylights, it’s like looking up into the heavens."

When Alpha Kane closed the ceiling, the built-in LED lights mimicked the natural light of the sky, creating the illusion of an endless blue daylight.

This room perfectly combined technology and nature, offering a serene retreat where you could connect with the sky while simultaneously immersing yourself in the depths of the ocean, admiring the blooming gardens.

In this room, the interior space blended harmoniously with the outside world, and I was already loving it.

Alpha Kane pointed to a closed door on the opposite wall and said, "This is the laundry and dressing room. Caysir will bring your luggage, and I’ll send someone to help you unpack."

"I’d be grateful." I smiled broadly, turning to face him.

Alpha Kane then pointed to the cordless phone on the side counter and explained,

"This is the pack house phone. If you need anything, just pick it up and order."

It was like staying in a seven-star hotel and receiving VIP treatment from my boss. What an unexpected turn of events.

I turned to the Alpha completely and beamed. I’d been reluctant to go to his palace before, but seeing it with my own eyes made me want to stay.

"Thank you! Your palace is incredibly beautiful, and I can tell you’ve spent time crafting every detail to create something unique."

Alpha Kane smiled generously, making his eyes grow even smaller, making him look sweet, incredibly sweet, like a carefree boy, not the cold Alpha or CEO of Sterling’s empire.

"Do you approve? I thought it might not be to your taste." Alpha Kane brushed the stray strands of hair from his smooth forehead.

"Blue is a melancholy color, but you used it brilliantly; it makes me feel better to see it," I told the Alpha honestly.

"I appreciate your honesty, Blue Rose. Perhaps you should paint a rose on your door." What happened to the men in my life and their obsession with roses? But Alpha Kane called me a blue rose, and now Alpha Kane wanted one for himself. Carved on my door, as if I were collecting I wanted to stay in this room forever.

"I think it’s nice here as it is." I took a step back and sat on the edge of the soft bed.

"Let you get comfortable. Come downstairs when you’re done, and we’ll have dinner together. I’m sure you’re starving." As if agreeing with Alpha’s words, my stomach rumbled hungrily, and I pursed my lips and glanced at my belly.

"How embarrassing."

"I see your stomach agrees." Alpha Kane pointed, and a glimmer of amusement played in his eyes.

"Yes! I suppose so," I agreed sheepishly.

Alpha Kane gave me one last glance and left the room, leaving me alone with my thoughts.

I let myself flop down onto the soft bed, which seemed to be lined with feathers, and almost cried out in relief at the relief it gave my back. I was lost in my thoughts when a soft knock on the door interrupted my attention.

"Who’s there?" I asked.

"I’m with your luggage. Alpha sent me."

Alpha? I almost snorted. Alpha Kane made his servants call him "Alpha"?

This man always amazed and amused me.

"Come in!" I quietly said, and the doorknob turned; someone had entered the room. I straightened, watching her.